Leads a team of 80+ employees, including three salaried department managersDiamond Club Award-winning restaurant (Top 10% of company in sales, guest counts, employee retention, and profits)Analyzes relevant data to design business plans, forecasts, and budgets.Develops people - trains and develops managers and employees to drive business results through training classes, one-on-ones, and written development plans.Controls business processes (inventory, ordering, customer service, etc) to increase profit while upholding the core values of the business.

 Lead sales, service, and culinary teams at both The Longhorn Steakhouse and The Olive Garden. Achieved superior results in same-restaurant sales growth, guest counts, earnings, and company initiatives such as guest satisfaction scores and total quality scores. Excellent results on LADDR assessment, a leadership program in which candidates are nominated by senior management to attend.